GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
fellskin
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
noxiousphysically harmful or destructive to living beings
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
indubitabletoo evident to be doubted : unquestionable
trancestupor